National Federation Party Leader and former Minister for Finance, Professor Biman Prasad is raising concerns over delayed cane payments, and is urging Minister for Agricu
Former Fiji Taxi Association Assistant General Secretary Mohammad Shameem says the rise in fuel prices is going to significantly affect taxi operators, drivers, and the p
A mother, whose daughter battled blood cancer and whose family had to move from Labasa to Suva for treatment, is calling for greater awareness, early detection and better
The effects of the global fuel crisis has started for Fiji as prices of fuel have increased drastically from today.The price of kerosene which is VAT exempt, has increas
“Supergirl” is nearly here.The latest in the James Gunn-supervised DC Universe arrives in theatres on the 26th of June. Ahead of its big screen launch, a brand-new tr
The Fiji Bus Operators Association has formally written to the Minister of Finance and the Minister of Transport requesting urgent intervention to address the significan
Chemicals commonly used to make plastics more flexible have been linked to nearly two million premature births and the deaths of around 74,000 newborns worldwide, accordi
Former Attorney General Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum has raised serious concerns about the proposed Education Bill, describing it as prescriptive and lacking measures to address t
Radio Sargam is celebrating its 22nd anniversary, marking a journey of growth, resilience and strong connection with listeners across Fiji and abroad.Sargam Content Direc
The Fiji Revenue and Customs Service has launched its new website, marking a significant milestone in its digital transformation. The website is designed to deliver a fa
Police Commissioner Rusiate Tudravu is calling on the members of the public to come forward with concrete evidence in relation to the murder of 24 year old Constable Pen
Concerns have been raised over gaps in the legal framework governing referendums, with electoral officials warning that key processes are not clearly defined in the curre
The Fiji-Australia Vuvale Union Meeting is currently underway at Ra Marama House, where key issues such as transnational crime, healthcare, climate change, cybercrime and
Acting Senior Medical Officer at Saint Giles Hospital, Dr Christine Chand, says that Samuela Tawase, told them during an interview that the voices in his head told him to
65-year-old Joeli Fatafei of Nawamagi in Sigatoka is proving that farming can be a reliable source of income and opportunity.
With more than 40 years of experience, the f
A former civil servant who submitted falsified subsistence allowance and travel expenses claim forms to the Ministry of Education, Heritage and Arts and obtained $1,750
The Government has paid a total of $2.9 million to several companies for outstanding payments from last year for the completion of 919 metres of drainage maintenance and
Fiji’s soldiers have demonstrated resilience and determination alongside regional counterparts during the 1st (NZ) Brigade Skill at Arms competition held in Waiouru, Ne
Australia’s internet regulator says major social media platforms are still falling short in enforcing the country’s ban on users under 16.
eSafety Commissioner Julie
Warner Bros. Discovery has launched its premier global streaming service, HBO Max, in Fiji as part of its expansion across the Asia Pacific region.Other countries in the
Lui Bale Vuibureta also known as XKON on TikTok, has been given a sentence of 1 month 14 days suspended for 18 months by the Suva Magistrates Court.
Vuibureta appeared
The defence counsel for the 4 Ecuadorian nationals accused in the $3 billion Vatia cocaine bust have alleged that their clients were kidnapped by a drug cartel and for
The National Referendum Bill stops every single opportunity for any Fijian to discuss the proposed referendum, according to former Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum
A passion for aviation and a determination to break barriers is driving one young woman from Vanua Levu to pursue her dreams in a traditionally male-dominated field.Rabia
Police continue to heavily monitor the shipping vessels coming in from Kadavu after recent incidents of people caught bringing in marijuana to Suva from Kadavu.fijivillag
Thousands of residents in Naveiwakau and Valelevu areas, parts of FNU Nasinu Campus, and surrounding areas will have no water from this morning till tonight.This was shar
A swift and coordinated response by Police officers in Lami and Navua, along with the generosity of a member of the public, led to the successful rescue of two men over t
The six police officers who are charged in relation to the death of Richard Mock in February last year have been remanded in custody.The six men appeared before Nadi Magi
A 7.2 magnitude earthquake occurred 31 kilometres North East from Luganville, Vanuatu at about 8.44pm.The earthquake occurred at a depth of 88 kilometres.However, the Fij
The Maritime Safety Authority of Fiji has suspended the coasting trade licence of Goundar's Shipping vessel, Lomaiviti Princess 9.MSAF says the suspension of licence is i
The quality of public spending is crucial, and further increases in the size of the Fijian government should be avoided. Untargeted subsidies or price caps would be very
More than $150,000 has been collected through the Communications Fiji Foundation Charity Walk, and people can continue to contribute to the cause to assist the children l
Minister for Agriculture Tomasi Tunabuna says 850 leases have been renewed through the assistance of the government while about 40 sugarcane farm leases in the Northern
Co-founder of Walk On Walk Strong Fiji (WOWS Kids Fiji), Sina Kami, has expressed her gratitude for the generous donations that supported the Communications Fiji Foundati
An appeal is being made for people to support the CFL Foundation Charity Walk today and help raise money for children living with cancer and their family as they go thr
The case where Jone Vakarisi was found with drugs within the confines of the court in 2023 has been adjourned by the Suva High Court to 13th April.This is after the Offic
The Office of the Director of Public Prosecutions says immunity offered to those accused in the Vatia $3 billion cocaine bust is conditional and each accused person and
Fiji’s disaster response capability is set to receive a major boost following a $5.5 million assistance package from Japan, aimed at strengthening emergency medical ser
More than 2,000 Fijians across the Central, Northern and Western Divisions have been upskilled through free financial literacy training by Westpac Fiji in the past six mo
2000 coup survivor, Simione Qiolevu says reconciliation must go beyond forgiveness, calling for justice, understanding and the rebuilding of trust within communities and
The full deck replacement of Nasau Bridge 1 along Nasau Road, Nadi, has been completed and is now fully open and accessible to the public.The project involved the removal
Strengthening trust, unity and inclusion across Fiji’s diverse communities remains critical in an increasingly uncertain global environment. This was highlighted by Pr
Fiji remains on the frontline of climate change despite contributing just 0.004 percent of global greenhouse gas emissions.This was highlighted by Ministry of Environmen
The Solomon Islands Ministry of Health has issued a public warning for men not to consume a Malaysian coffee drink after tests showed it contained ingredients used in Via
Trust your mother's instincts; if your child is unwell and you feel something is wrong, please take your child to the hospital. Early detection is very important because
The CFL Foundation Charity Walk has drawn overwhelming support, with thousands donating to help children living with cancer.
Senior Content Director Satya Nand says the r
Members of the public turned up in large numbers to support the Communications Fiji Foundation Charity Walk, which is currently underway from Nausori to Suva.The Charity
The bail variation application for Fijian and British national Charlie Charters, seeking permission to reside in Hong Kong, will be heard on Wednesday.Defence lawyer Sefo
Chief Justice Salesi Temo will now deliver his judgement in the case of former Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervisor of Elections, Mohammed Saneem o
The Fiji Airways Group
reported a loss after income tax of $25 million in 2024, primarily
due to unrealised foreign exchange losses of $83.5 million on
USD-denominated l
Ratu Epeli Nailatikau demonstrated a rare combination of leadership and humility, using his influence not for recognition, but in service of others, particularly the most
Chief Justice Salesi Temo will deliver his judgement in the case of former Attorney General, Aiyaz Sayed-Khaiyum and former Supervisor of Elections, Mohammed Saneem later
Minister for Transport, Ro Filipe Tuisawau says it is stupid to expect the Minister to be controlling an operator's personal conduct daily however he stresses a vessel ho
Energy Fiji Limited (EFL) assures the public and its stakeholders that Fiji’s electricity supply remains stable and secure,however, escalated or prolonged global disrup
Six police officers based at the Namaka Police Station in January 2025 have been formally charged in relation to the death of Richard Mock.It is alleged that Mock died in
Public transport will be free across Victoria, Australia in April in a bid to relieve cost-of-living pressures.The measure, which the government estimates will cost $70 m
Calls are being made for shared responsibility in addressing drug-related issues facing the country.Members of the public turned up in numbers to support the Drug Free Fi
As the country marks Palm Sunday, Minister for Education Aseri Radrodro is encouraging students to take this time to reflect and give thanks for their families, teachers
As Christians celebrate Palm Sunday, Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka says today marks the beginning of Holy Week, the most significant period in the Christian calendar l
We should ensure that children are made to feel valued, and parents must understand the important role they play in raising a child.This is the heartfelt message from Cal
For elderly, bedridden Fijians living with diabetes, care extends far beyond medication; it is a daily act of veilomani, or compassion, that preserves dignity and prevent
The Land Transport Authority is urging all drivers to exercise caution following two fatal road incidents in the Western Division, which claimed the lives of a woman and
About 12 tonnes, or 413,793 bars, of KitKat chocolate have been stolen from a shipment belonging to Nestle after leaving its production site in Italy earlier this week fo
The University of Fiji has celebrated a major milestone, marking its 21st anniversary with a week-long programme of events highlighting its growth, achievements and impac
The Ministry of Women, Children and Social Protection says outdated manual systems, fragmented data and inconsistent record-keeping practices across some social protect
Petrol stations in Australia are reporting a surge in demand of up to 25 percent in the past fortnight, on top of earlier spikes caused by the Iran war. Prime Minister An
Fiji Fashion Week has reached a historic milestone, attracting 12.6 million viewers on facebook and 2.8 million on Instagram during its shows.
This was revealed by Manag
As thousands of Christians celebrate Palm Sunday today, the the Head of the Catholic Church in Fiji, Archbishop Peter Loy Chong says that Christians enter the most sacred
The President of the Methodist Church in Fiji, Reverend Dr. Semisi Turagavou is encouraging children to grow in faith, love, and hope as they take part in Palm Sunday cel
Children in Dakuni Village on Beqa Island are set to benefit from improved access to education following the groundbreaking of the community’s first-ever kindergarten a
Bua’s rugged terrain did not stop a strong show of support for rehabilitation, as 3,000 men, women and children turned up for the Yellow Ribbon Walk in Nabouwalu.
While
Today marks a historic occasion for people residing in Laqere and nearby communities following the official opening of the $50 million True Mart Complex which will also
A woman and a child have lost their lives in two separate accidents in the Western Division this morning.Police say a 9-year-old girl was hit by a vehicle driven by a wom
A bus has overturned at Vesida near Centre Point and it is causing traffic.fijivillage News received information that some of the passengers have been taken to the hospit
Former driving instructor, Sandeep Anand Reddy, has been sentenced to two years’ imprisonment, of which 12 months will be served in a correctional facility.The remainin
Golf legend Tiger Woods has been charged with driving under the influence following a crash in Florida.
The Martin County Sheriff’s Office says Woods also faces charges
Smiles were all around this morning as flights resumed at Labasa Airport following six weeks of closure.
A total of 43 elated passengers touched down on the first Fiji
Concerns over global fuel supply disruptions linked to the ongoing crisis in Iran were the key focus of discussions between Prime Minister Sitiveni Rabuka and New Zealand
Former Fiji and Suva football representatives took to the streets of Suva early this morning, leading a clean-up campaign at the Suva Bus Station as part of their first-q
231 students at two schools in Serua are now learning with clean, reliable energy and internet, following the launch of new solar energy systems and Starlink at Nuk
The Mataqali Nadala of the Yavusa Nubu in Nadarivatu celebrated a historic and emotional milestone, marking the return of their land after more than 120 years under gover
Fijians can now access affordable and environmentally friendly transport following the signing of Memorandum of Understading between Fiji Development Bank and FMF Electri
It is with deep respect and sorrow that we announce the passing of former President, Ratu Epeli Nailatikau.While making the announcement, Roko Tui Bau, Ratu Timoci Tavana
The Lautoka High Court has today dismissed a strike-out application filed by the respondents in the matter of Denerau Fitness PTE LTD, Sam Amine, Rasha Kurdi and Mherina
A song that boldly calls for a shift in leadership and perspective is set to make waves in Fiji’s music scene, as veteran artist and The University of Fiji's Music Dire
Hundreds of devotees gathered at the Muanivatu Sanatan Dharam Ram Mandir today to mark the final day of Ram Naumi, celebrating with prayers, bhajans and traditional ritua
42-year-old Keni Salawai and 20-year-old Jope Seniloli, who are charged with the alleged murder of 24-year-old Police Constable Peniasi Racagi in Lami, have been granted
The three tertiary students who were charged with the murder of a 30-year-old man at Nauluvatu on the morning of the 15th of this month have been granted bail.Aisake Lovo
Devotees gathered at the Tabia Ganesh Mandir in the Northern Division today to mark the final day of Ram Naumi, with prayers, bhajans and celebrations highlighting the im
The Former Procurement Officer of the Fiji Pharmaceutical and Biomedical Services, Solomoni Suguta says he does not remember sending the recommendations of the Tender Eva
Children around the country are being urged to speak openly about their problems, as keeping worries locked inside can take a heavy toll on young hearts and minds.Regina
Good news for people in the North as the Labasa Airport will reopen tomorrow following the completion of major runway strengthening works by Fiji Airports.Fiji Airports
The Recognised Seasonal Employer work scheme continues to provide strong support for many Fijian families, particularly in rural areas.
This has been highlighted as offic
There is confirmation today that Fiji Sports Council CEO, Ratu Gilbert Vakalalabure and Manager Operations, Litia Senibulu have been suspended with pay from last week for
The government assures all Fijians that at this stage, fuel supplies remain steady, and plans are in place should the situation change.In a statement, the government says
An increase in HIV infections among infants is raising serious concern, with health officials warning that this reflects a real rise in cases rather than just improved te
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